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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable humans all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also researches the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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