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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Montenegro to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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