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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in blended learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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