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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning enable learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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