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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online learning have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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