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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Lebanon to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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