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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology are enabling people all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Academics want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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