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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in electronic education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to better comprehend these compelling new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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