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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Reddit to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these important new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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