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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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