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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Monaco to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these exciting new open education endeavours. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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