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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning technology have enabled learners 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. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bangladesh to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. People want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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