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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Spain to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also articulates the key 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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