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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic educational technology enable people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Grenada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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