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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these exciting new open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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