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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in online learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. 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. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational endeavours. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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