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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jamaica to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these new open educational experiments. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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