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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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