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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Montenegro to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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