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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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