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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in e-learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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