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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like New Caledonia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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