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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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