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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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