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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online education are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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