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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in learning technology have empowered people all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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