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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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