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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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