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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online learning technology enable 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 MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better comprehend these promising new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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