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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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