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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Venezuela to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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