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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. 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 numerous topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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