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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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