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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these promising new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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