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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in distance learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Montenegro to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Trainers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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