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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations must deal with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Somalia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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