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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. Educators want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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