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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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