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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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