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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in digital education technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Trainers want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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