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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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