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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Turkmenistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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