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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education experiments. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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