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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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