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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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