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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to understand these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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