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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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