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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the key 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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