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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education technology make it possible for people all around 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 typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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