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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Albania to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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