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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning have empowered students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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