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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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