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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have empowered 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. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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