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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning have enabled humans all over the world to participate in online classes. 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 always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Dominican Republic to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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