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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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