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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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