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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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