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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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