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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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