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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online education have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education experiments. Lecturers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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