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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these open education experiments. Corporations want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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