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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants 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 online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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