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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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