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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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