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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in digital education technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open education experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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