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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in electronic educational technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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