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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic educational technology enable people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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