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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online education are enabling humans all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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