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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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