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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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