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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several topics that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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