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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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