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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. 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 massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Montserrat to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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