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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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