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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in digital education technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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