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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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