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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guinea to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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