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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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