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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education experiments. Scholars want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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