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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic educational technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational experiments. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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