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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Dominican Republic to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these exciting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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