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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in electronic educational technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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