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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning have provided the means for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Angola to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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