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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have enabled people 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. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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