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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in blended learning technology enable humans all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Universities want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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