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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in digital education technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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