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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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