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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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