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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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