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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these important new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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