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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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