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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advances in elearning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses 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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