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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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