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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to consider now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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