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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Aland to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these open education experiments. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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