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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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