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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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