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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Professors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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