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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in online learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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