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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online education technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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