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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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