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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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