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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning enable students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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