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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Chile to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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