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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Professors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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