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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in digital education technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these promising new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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