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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Professors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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