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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Argentina to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these new open education experiments. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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