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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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