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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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