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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in elearning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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