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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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