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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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