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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Lesotho to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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