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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology enable humans in nations all around 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 MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. People want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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