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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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