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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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