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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not 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 issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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