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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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