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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Afghanistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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