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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education are empowering people all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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