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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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