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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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