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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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