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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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