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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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