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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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