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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education enable students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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