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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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