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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in elearning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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