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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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