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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational experiments. Public servants want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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