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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in electronic education technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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