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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning are empowering learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational experiments. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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