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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in elearning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that e-learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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