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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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