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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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