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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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