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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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