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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Gibraltar to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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