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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the sensational 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 gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources (OER)