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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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