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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning are enabling humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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