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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology enable students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Morocco to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment 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 get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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