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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in elearning technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Turkey to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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