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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open education endeavours. People want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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