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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Open2Study to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this growing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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