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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these promising new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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