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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to better understand these new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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