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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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