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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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