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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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