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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in learning technology are empowering learners in nations 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. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Papua New Guinea to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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