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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in online learning are enabling learners in nations all aver 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 for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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