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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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