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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in online education are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Gabon to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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