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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Aland to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better perceive these important new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this developing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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