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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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