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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in elearning are empowering students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these intriguing new open education endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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