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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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