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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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