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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better comprehend these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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