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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in elearning enable learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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