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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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