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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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