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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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