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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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