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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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