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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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