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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online education technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Montenegro to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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