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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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