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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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