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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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