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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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