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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better understand these compelling new open education ventures. Trainers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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