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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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