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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open education endeavours. Universities want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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