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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Kenya to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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