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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This amazing new book also addresses the 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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