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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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