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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Greece to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Universities want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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