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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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