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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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