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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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