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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in digital education technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these open education experiments. Trainers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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