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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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