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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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