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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in digital education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Greenland to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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