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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology are empowering people all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Comoros to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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