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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these exciting new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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