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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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