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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sudan to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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