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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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