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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also studies the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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