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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Turkmenistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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