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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also explores the major 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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