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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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