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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Moldova to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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