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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. New advances in online learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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