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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yemen to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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