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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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