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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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