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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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