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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these significant new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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