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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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