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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Montenegro to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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