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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning enable students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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