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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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