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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Lebanon to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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