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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. People want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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