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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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