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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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