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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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