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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning are empowering 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. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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