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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better understand these important new open education ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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