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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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