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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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