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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around 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 customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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