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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Indonesia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scholars want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this developing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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