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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online education technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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