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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning have empowered people all over the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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