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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in e-learning are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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