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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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