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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these MOOC courses? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education endeavours. Corporations want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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