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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in electronic education technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these promising new open educational endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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