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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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