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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have empowered humans all over 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 MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to be more aware of these promising new open education experiments. Everyone wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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