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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. People want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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