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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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