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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these new open education undertakings. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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