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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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