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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in online learning are making 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 commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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