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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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