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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in online learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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