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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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