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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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