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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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