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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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