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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in learning technology are enabling people all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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