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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open education ventures. Professors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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