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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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