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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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