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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in online learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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