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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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