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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better perceive these intriguing new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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