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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better understand these interesting new open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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