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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning are enabling students 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 typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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