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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning are enabling learners all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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