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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is decent? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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