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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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