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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to understand these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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