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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in online learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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