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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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