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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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