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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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