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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Burundi to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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