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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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