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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in elearning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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