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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online education are enabling people all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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