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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in elearning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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