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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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