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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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