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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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