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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to understand these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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