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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all over 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 customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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