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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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