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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online education technology are enabling learners all around 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 massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like openHPI to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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