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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in distance learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in courses 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 lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Turkmenistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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