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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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