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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these open education experiments. Professors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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