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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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