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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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