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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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