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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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