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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Benin to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these promising new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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