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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online learning have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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