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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants 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 but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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