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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in online education are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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