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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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