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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern gains in electronic education technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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