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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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