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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology are empowering students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education