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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Angola to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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