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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Scientists want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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