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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Greenland to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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