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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better perceive these exciting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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