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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning make it possible for people all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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