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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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