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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these interesting new open educational experiments. Everybody wants to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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