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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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