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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desideratum for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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