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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open education experiments. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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