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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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