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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling students all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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