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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Educators want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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