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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Haiti to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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