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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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