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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning have empowered students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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