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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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