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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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