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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better grasp these new open educational undertakings. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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