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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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