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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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