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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these interesting new open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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