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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology have provided 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. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education experiments. Academics want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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