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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning are empowering people all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to understand these intriguing new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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