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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible 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. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners 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 a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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