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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in digital education technology enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Lesotho to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better comprehend these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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