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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in distance learning technology have empowered humans all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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