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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Academics want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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