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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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