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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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