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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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