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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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