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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in electronic education technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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