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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students 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. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better understand these open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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