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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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