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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these intriguing new open education endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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