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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these significant new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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