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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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