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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education are empowering students 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. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Guernsey to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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