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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education experiments. Corporations want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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