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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these interesting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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