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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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