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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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