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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning are providing the means for people all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ghana to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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