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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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