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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these promising new open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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