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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning are enabling learners all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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