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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in online learning have enabled students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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