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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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