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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in elearning are providing the means for students all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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