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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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