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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better understand these interesting new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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