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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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