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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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