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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning have enabled learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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