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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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