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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education experiments. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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