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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. 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. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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