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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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