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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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