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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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