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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Peru to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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