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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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