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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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