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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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