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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Grenada to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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