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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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