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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these promising new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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