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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of 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 always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better understand these promising new open education endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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