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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. People want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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