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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Libya to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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