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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in online education technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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