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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning enable students all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. People want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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