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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in elearning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these open educational endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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