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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Somaliland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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