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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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