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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also describes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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