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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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