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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in learning technology have empowered humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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