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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning make it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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