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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning have made it possible for humans 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 courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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