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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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