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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many topics that online education organizations are dealing with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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