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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning enable students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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