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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning have provided the means for people all around 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 MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open education experiments. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand 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 subjects. This gripping new book also examines 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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