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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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