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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education experiments. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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