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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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