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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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