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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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