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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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