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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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