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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Syria to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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