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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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