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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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