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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning have empowered humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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