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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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