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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in electronic education technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these exciting new open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for information the sensational 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 inspiring new book also investigates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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