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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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