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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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