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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these important new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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