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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology have empowered people all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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