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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to understand these new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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