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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning have made it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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