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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. New advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better grasp these intriguing new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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