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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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