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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better grasp these new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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