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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Fiji to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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