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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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