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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. 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 quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open education endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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