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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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