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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Chad to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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