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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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