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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online education have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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