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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning have empowered students all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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