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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners 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. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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