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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Corporations want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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