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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. 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. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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