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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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