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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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