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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. New gains in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Somalia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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