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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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