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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in electronic educational technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. 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 several issues that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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