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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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