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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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