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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major 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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