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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these open educational ventures. Students want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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