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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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