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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners 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. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. People want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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