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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Somaliland to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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