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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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