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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in e-learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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