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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes 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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