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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Solomon Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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