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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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