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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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