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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also reviews the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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