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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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