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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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