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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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