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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for learners 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 several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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