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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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