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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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