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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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