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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning are enabling humans all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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