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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these massive open online courses? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Professors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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