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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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