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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online education enable people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Togo to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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