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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advances in online learning technology are empowering students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mauritius to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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