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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Trainers want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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