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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like American College of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to be more aware of these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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