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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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