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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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