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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning have empowered students all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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