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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in blended learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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