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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Liberia to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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