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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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