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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education experiments. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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