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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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