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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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