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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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