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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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