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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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