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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in online learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also researches 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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