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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scholars want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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