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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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