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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in digital education technology are enabling humans all over the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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