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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Somalia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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