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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. People want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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