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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better understand these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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