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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources