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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in e-learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Seychelles to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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