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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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