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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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