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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in digital education technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses 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 quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Austria to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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