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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Guyana to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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