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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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