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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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