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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology enable people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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