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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. People want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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