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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in digital education technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. 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 blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental 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 stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education