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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better grasp these new open education endeavours. Instructors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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