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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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