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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology are providing the means 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. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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