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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Christmas Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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