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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in online education are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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