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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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