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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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