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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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