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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like French Guiana to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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