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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Congo, (Congo  – Brazzaville) to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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