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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also studies the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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