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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in elearning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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