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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Guatemala to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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