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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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