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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Honduras to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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