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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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