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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Malta to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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