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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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