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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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