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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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