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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Chad to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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