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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly 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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