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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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