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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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