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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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