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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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