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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these intriguing new open educational experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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