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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Students want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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