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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Equatorial Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better perceive these significant new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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