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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in blended learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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