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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in digital education technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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