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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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