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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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