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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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