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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online education have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mayotte to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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