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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in electronic educational technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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