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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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