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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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