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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these new open education endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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