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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in elearning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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