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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in elearning technology enable people all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these exciting new open educational undertakings. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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