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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online education make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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