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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic educational technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like YouTube to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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