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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Liberia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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