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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in learning technology enable students all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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