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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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