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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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