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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these promising new open educational ventures. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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