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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all around the world to participate in classes online. 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. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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